Foton Cars for Sale Philippines | Foton Price List

Foton is a Chinese carmaker initially known for making quality commercial vehicles, from heavy duty trucks, light trucks, commercial buses and even agricultural machinery. It is a subsidiary of the Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co., Ltd., and is headquartered in Changping, Beijing. Foton recently expanded its operations to include passenger vehicles such as pickups, vans, SUVs and MPVs.

Foton Philippines has been selling and distributing Foton commercial vehicles in the country since 2008, but it was only in 2015 that it brought over its passenger line as well. With this expansion, and its list of good quality and affordably priced vehicles, Foton hopes to make its mark in the Philippine passenger vehicle market.

What are the best-selling Foton models in the Philippines?

Foton Thunder engine specs

The Foton Thunder runs on a Cummins 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine partnered with GETRAG five-speed manual transmission. Both Cummins and GETRAG are renowned brands in their respective manufacturing fields, which immediately makes the Thunder a step up from its fellow Chinese-made counterparts. Here are some the Foton Thunder engine’s key specs:

Base engine: Cummins ISF 2.8L turbo-diesel engine

Cylinders: 4-cylinder

Horsepower: 161 hp

Torque: 360 Nm

Foton Thunder Fuel Consumption

The Thunder makes use of a Bosch high pressure common rail fuel injection system, which is known to help engines produce decent fuel mileage. Below are the Thunder’s fuel consumption averages for each of its year model.

Foton Thunder 2016: 8.2 AVG L/100 Km

Foton Thunder 2015: 8.3 AVG L/100 Km

Foton Thunder 2014: 8.4 AVG L/100 Km

Foton Thunder 2013: 8.4 AVG L/100 Km

What are the Foton Thunder’s Standout Features?

Many find it hard to believe that the Thunder is a Chinese-made car, what with the country’s reputation for poorly made imitation vehicles. Needless to say, the Thunder is a step above the rest. The exterior looks tough, beefy and modern—exactly the way many pickup lovers want it. The Thunder’s best selling points include:

Cummins engine

GETRAG Manual transmission

4x2 or 4x4 configuration with limited slip differential variants

AM/FM Radio + CD player + audio input

Foton Thunder price in the Philippines

The Foton Thunder is a fairly new release in the Philippines, so you’re not likely to find models older than 2014. The price of a brand new Thunder ranges from P898,000 to P1,468,000. Second hand units are often priced below P1 million.

Foton View engine specs

The View is powered by a 2.8-liter turbocharged diesel engine. The van comes in two trims (Transvan and Traveller), and while the same engine type is equipped in each, their performance settings differ. The Foton View Traveller engine is the more powerful of the two. These are the specs for the engine in the Traveller:

Base engine: 2.8L CRDi turbo-diesel engine

Cylinders: 4-cylinder

Horsepower: 130 hp

Torque: 280 Nm

Foton View Fuel Consumption

Foton’s van offering comes with a massive 70-liter fuel tank, allowing it to go further between fuel stops. It also uses a common rail direct injection system for more-than-acceptable fuel consumption ratings.

Foton View 2015: 7.2 AVG L/100 Km

Foton View 2014: 8.4 AVG L/100 Km

Foton View 2013: 8.3 AVG L/100 Km

What are the Foton View’s Standout Features?

The Foton View is a great van for those who prioritize space, seating capacity and affordability. Priced just below P1 million, the van fits a wide variety of purposes ranging from family outings to business uses. The Foton van’s other key features include:

15 to 18 seating capacity (depending on variant)

Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution

Powered locks, windows and side view mirror

High mount LED third brake lamp

Foton View price in the Philippines

The Foton View is a 2015 release. The ones posted on Carmudi’s listings are all brand new 2015 models, with some 2016 releases trickling in. Price points for the View’s three different variants are P920,000 (Transvan), P1,299,000 (15-seater) and P1,329,000 (18-seater).

Foton LCV engine specs

Under the LCV’s bonnet lies a 2.8-liter turbocharged diesel engine. This is the same engine equipped in the Thunder, albeit it comes with lesser power.

Base engine: Cummins ISF 2.8L turbo-diesel engine

Cylinders: 4-cylinder

Horsepower: 161 hp

Torque: 172 Nm

Foton LCV Fuel Consumption

The LCV is economic to operate, making it a practical solution for small and medium businesses at a fraction of the cost. Below are the fuel economy ratings to expect for the LCV’s recent year models:

Foton LCV 2015: 6.5 AVG L/100 Km

Foton LCV 2014: n/a

Foton LCV 2013: n/a

What are the Foton LCV’s Standout Features?

In terms of price and capability, the LCV is already a standout. Performance-wise, it leaves much of its Chinese manufactured brethren in the dust, but more than that, it’s able to keep up with the popular nameplates in its segment. The vehicle’s notable features include:

A payload of 800 kg plus two passengers

200 mm ground clearance

Manual air conditioning

3 years or 100,000 km warranty, whichever comes first

Foton LCV price in the Philippines

The Foton LCV is easily one of the most affordable vehicles in its segment. If you want an MPV that offers both reliability and cost-efficiency, then the LCV is worth your serious consideration.

Foton Toplander engine specs

The Toplander comes in 4x2 and 4x4 variants. Both are powered by a powerful Cummins 2.8-liter diesel engine that features an Exhaust Gas Re-circulation (EGR) system plus Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) technology. Key specs for the Toplander engine are as follows:

Base engine: Cummins ISF 2.8L turbocharged engine

Cylinders: 4-cylinder

Horsepower: 160 hp

Torque: 360 Nm

Foton Toplander Fuel Consumption

The Toplander features an electronically-controlled high-pressure common rail fuel injection system which improves its fuel economy capacities considerably.

Foton Toplander 2016: 8.5 AVG L/100 Km

Foton Toplander 2015: 8.5 AVG L/100 Km

Foton Toplander 2014: n/a

Foton Toplander 2013: n/a

What are the Foton Toplander’s Standout Features?

The Toplander is a reliable workhorse on and off the road, With a 3-ton towing capacity, the Foton SUV is easily one of the most powerful in it class. More than its ruggedness, Foton made sure to include a number of creature comforts for convenience:

Multi-information display

3-spoke leather steering wheel

Reverse sensor

Security system with engine immobilizer

Foton Toplander price in the Philippines

A luxury SUV that doesn’t break the P1 million mark used to be an impossibility, but that’s no longer the case with the Foton Toplander. You can now own an SUV for yourself for the very affordable starting price of P998,000.

Foton Toplander 2016 price in Philippines: P998,000

Foton Toplander 2015 price in Philippines: n/a

Foton Latest offers in the Philippines

Many Foton vehicles are recent introductions to the Philippine vehicle market, that’s why a huge percentage of the car brand’s listings in Carmudi are brand new. Click below to locate a Foton for sale nearest you: